How to order Fufu (푸푸) in Korea
Rice or cassava pounded into a soft, dense ball — the staple that West African soups are built around. Many shops serve it unlimited.
Say it to order
푸푸 주세요
Fufu juseyo
Quick facts
- 푸푸
- pu-pu
- Not spicy
- ₩5,000–7,000
- About 30 min
- Takes some nerve
How to eat it
Pinch off a piece, press a dent in it with your thumb, scoop up soup and swallow it whole. You are not meant to chew it.
Where to try it in Seoul
Questions
- How do you order Fufu in Korean?
- Say “푸푸 주세요” (Fufu juseyo).
- Is Fufu spicy?
- No. Fufu isn’t spicy.
- How much does Fufu cost in Korea?
- Usually ₩5,000–7,000.
- How do you eat Fufu?
- Pinch off a piece, press a dent in it with your thumb, scoop up soup and swallow it whole. You are not meant to chew it.
Find Fufu near you
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